The Customer (as defined below) agrees and acknowledges that Customer has read, understands, accepts full responsibility for and is bound by the terms and conditions contained in this Rental Agreement (as defined below), which also consists of any optional products purchased by Customer in connection with this rental and the Reservation Details (as defined below) hereof for the Rental Period (as defined below) whether or not subsequent agreements are executed by Customer or if Mazzotta Rentals, Inc. (MRI) assigns a new agreement number during the Rental Period for the purpose of invoicing Customer.
1. DEFINITIONS. "Rental Agreement" means this Online Rental Agreement, including the Reservation Details. "MRI" means Mazzotta Rentals, Inc. from whom the Customer has rented the Equipment. "Equipment" means any one or more of the items identified in the Reservation Details and any accessories, attachments or other similar items delivered to Customer, including, but not limited to attachments, accessories, jib booms, liquid fuel tanks, air hoses, electric cords, cables, etc… "Customer" means the person or entity identified as such in the Reservation Details or any representative, agent, officer or employee of Customer. "Store Location" means the closest MRI branch location to the Job Location described in the Reservation Details. "Rental Period" means the period of time between the date "From" and date "To," set forth in the Reservation Details, except that the Rental Period may extend or terminate earlier as provided in Sections 17 and 22 hereof. "Reservation Details" means the Equipment, Rental Period, Delivery Information, Payment Information and other information set forth on the Confirmation/Order Summary Screen.
2. AUTHORITY TO SIGN. Any individual agreeing to this Rental Agreement represents and warrants that he or she is of legal age, and has the authority and power to sign this Rental Agreement on behalf of the Customer.
3. INDEMNITY / HOLD HARMLESS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BYLAW, CUSTOMER AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD MRI, AND ANY OF ITS RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, OR EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES, PARENTS AND SUBSIDIARIES, HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, LOSS, DAMAGE OR COSTS (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ATTORNEYS' FEES, LOSS OF PROFIT, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR OTHER SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES RELATING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR DAMAGES RELATING TO WRONGFUL DEATH) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE OPERATION, USE, POSSESSION OR RENTAL OF THE EQUIPMENT. THIS INDEMNITY PROVISION ALSO APPLIES TO ANY CLAIMS ASSERTED AGAINST MRI BASED UPON STRICT OR PRODUCT LIABILITY CAUSES OF ACTION. HOWEVER, CUSTOMER SHALL NOT BE OBLIGATED TO INDEMNIFY MRI FOR THAT PART OF ANY LOSS, DAMAGE OR LIABILITY CAUSED SOLELY BY THE INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT OR SOLE NEGLIGENCE OF MRI. IN FURTHERANCE OF, BUT NOT IN LIMITATION OF THE INDEMNITY PROVISIONS IN THIS AGREEMENT, CUSTOMER EXPRESSLY AND SPECIFICALLY AGREES THAT THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION TO INDEMNIFY SHALL NOT IN ANY WAY BE AFFECTED OR DIMINISHED BY ANY STATUTORY OR CONSTITUTIONAL LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OR IMMUNITY CUSTOMER ENJOYS FROM SUITS BY ITS OWN EMPLOYEES. THE DUTY TO INDEMNIFY WILL CONTINUE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT NOTWITHSTANDING THE EXPIRATION OR EARLY TERMINATION OF THE CONTRACT.
4. INSPECTION OF EQUIPMENT. Customer acknowledges that Customer will inspect the Equipment prior to taking possession thereof, and Customer will only accept delivery of the Equipment if Customer determines that the Equipment is in good working order and repair, and is suitable for Customer's needs. Customer further acknowledges that Customer is familiar with the proper operation and use of each item of Equipment.Customer acknowledges that, prior to taking possession of the Equipment, Customer will obtain and read all safety bulletins, operator manuals, and data for each item of Equipment.
5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. In no event shall (i) MRI be responsible to Customer or any other party for any loss, damage or injury caused by, resulting from or in any way connected with the Equipment, its operation or its use, MRI's failure to deliver the Equipment as required hereunder, or MRI's failure to repair or replace non-working Equipment or (ii) MRI be liable for any incidental, consequential, punitive or special damages. Customer acknowledges and assumes all risks inherent in the operation, use and possession of the Equipment from the time the Equipment is delivered to Customer until the Equipment is returned to MRI and Customer will take all necessary precautions to protect all persons and property from injury or damage from the Equipment.
6. USE OF EQUIPMENT. Customer will not use or allow anyone to use the Equipment: (a) for an illegal purpose or in an illegal manner; (b) without a license, if required under any applicable law, or (c) who is not qualified to operate it. Customer agrees, at Customer's sole expense, to comply with all applicable municipal, state, and federal laws, ordinances and regulations (includingO.S.H.A. and the Internal Revenue Code) which may apply to the use of the Equipment.Customer shall not insert, or permit to be inserted, any dyed fuel into the propulsion tank of vehicles registered and licensed, or required to be registered and licensed, for use on any highway or other public road. CUSTOMER AGREES TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD MRI HARMLESS FROM ALL FINES, PENALTIES AND COSTS INCURRED BY MRI DUE TO DYED FUEL BEING INTRODUCED INTO THE PROPULSION TANK OF SUCH VEHICLES. Customer agrees to check filters, oil, fluid levels and tire air pressure, to clean and visually inspect the Equipment daily, to immediately notify MRI when Equipment needs repair or maintenance and to cease using the Equipment. Customer acknowledges that MRI has no responsibility to inspect the Equipment while it is in Customer's possession. MRI shall have the right to replace the Equipment with other similar equipment at any time and for any reason.
7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES. MRI MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE EQUIPMENT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THERE IS NO WARRANTY THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS SUITED FOR CUSTOMER'S INTENDED USE, OR THAT IT IS FREE FROM DEFECTS.EXCEPT AS MAY BE SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT, MRI DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE IN CONNECTION WITH THIS RENTAL TRANSACTION.
8. MALFUNCTIONING EQUIPMENT. Should the Equipment be involved in an accident, become unsafe, malfunction or require repair, Customer shall IMMEDIATELY cease using the Equipment and IMMEDIATELY notify MRI. If such condition is the result of normal operation, MRI will repair or replace the Equipment with similar Equipment in working order, if such replacement Equipment is available. MRI has no obligation to repair or replace Equipment rendered inoperable by misuse, abuse or neglect. Customer's soleremedy for any failure or defect in Equipment shall be the termination of any rental charges accruing after the time of failure. Customer must return the Equipment to the Store Location within 24 hours from the time of defect in order to terminate rental charges.
9. RETURN OF EQUIPMENT /DAMAGED & LOST EQUIPMENT. At the expiration of the Rental Period, Customer will return the Equipment to the Store Location during MRI'sregular business hours, such Equipment to be in the condition and repair as when delivered to Customer, subject to reasonable wear and tear, as defined below. In the event that MRI has agreed to pick up the Equipment from Customer, Customer shall notify MRI in writing that the Equipment is "off rent" and shall obtain an "off rent" confirmation number from MRI. MRI shall endeavor to pick up the Equipment within a commercially reasonable period of time after the Equipment is called "off rent." Customer shall be liable for all damages to or loss of the Equipment from the time the Equipment leaves the Store Location until the Equipment is (a) returned to the Store Location, including any damage during transit to or from Customer; or (b) picked up by MRI after issuance of an "off rent confirmation number.In the case of the loss or destruction of any Equipment, or inability or failure to return same to MRI for any reason whatsoever, Customer will pay MRI the then full replacement list value of the Equipment (replacement with new) together with the full rental rate as specified until such Equipment is replaced. If the Equipment is returned in a damaged or excessively worn condition, Customer shall pay MRI the reasonable cost of repair and pay rental on the Equipment at the regular rental rate until all repairs have been completed. MRI shall be under no obligation to commence repair work until Customer has paid to MRI the estimated cost therefore. Customer agrees that MRI reserves the right to charge the credit card provided by Customer as part of this Rental Agreement, a credit card on file if applicable,and/or Customer's account for any amount owed by Customer pursuant to this section due to damaged or lost equipment.
10. REFUELING SERVICE CHARGE, REASONABLE WEAR AND TEAR. Customer acknowledges that a "Refueling Service Charge" will be applied to all Equipment not returned full of fuel. The exact cost of the Refueling Service Charge may vary depending on the date Customer returns the Equipment. Customer acknowledges that the Refueling Service Charge is not a retail sale of fuel. Customer may avoid the Refueling Service Charge if Customer returns the Equipment with a fuel tank at the same fuel level as when Customer received it. Reasonable wear and tear of the Equipment shall mean only the normal deterioration of the Equipment caused by ordinary and reasonable use on a one shift basis (as defined in Section 12 below). The following shall not be deemed reasonable wear and tear: (a) damage resulting from lack of lubrication, insertion of improper fuel, or maintenance of necessary oil, water and air pressure levels; (b) except where MRI expressly assumes the obligation to service or maintain the Equipment, any damage resulting from lack of servicing or preventative maintenance suggested in the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual; (c) damage resulting from any collision, overturning, or improper operation, including overloading or exceeding the rated capacity of the Equipment; (d)damage in the nature of dents, bending, tearing, staining, corrosion or misalignment to or of the Equipment or any part thereof; (e) wear resulting from use in excess of shifts for which rented; and (f) any other damage to the Equipment which is not considered ordinary and reasonable in the equipment rental industry.
11. LATE RETURN. Customer agrees that if the Equipment is not returned by the end of the Rental Period, MRI, in its sole discretion, may require Customer to do any of the following: (a) continue to pay the rental rate(s) applicable to the Equipment as specified in the Reservation Details, (b) for periods less than 24 hours, pay the full daily rental rate applicable to the Equipment, or (c) pay any increased rental rate(s) in effect at the time of, or after, the expiration of the Rental Period. Customer agrees that MRI reserves the right to charge the credit card provided by Customer as part of this Rental Agreement, a credit card on file if applicable, and/or Customer's account for any amount owed by Customer pursuant to this section due to late return of equipment.
12. RENTAL PERIOD/CALCULATION OF CHARGES. Rental charges commence when the Equipment leaves the Store Location and end when the Equipment is returned to the Store Location during MRI's regular business hours. Rental charges do not include the cost of fuel, any applicable taxes, cost of delivery and pick-up of the Equipment,transportation charges, applicable governmental surcharges, environmental charges or other miscellaneous charges. In the event that MRI has agreed to pick up the Equipment from Customer, Customer shall notify MRI in writing that the Equipment is "off rent" and obtain an "off rent" confirmation number from MRI, at which time rental charges shall no longer be assessed, unless otherwise provided herein. Rental charges accrue during Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. Rental rates are for normal usage based on an 8 hour day, 40 hours per week and 160 hours per 4 week period. On power equipment, operations in excess of one shift will be as follows: 1.5 times the rental charges for double shift and 2 times the rental charges for triple shift. Customer will truthfully and accurately certify to MRI the number of shifts the Equipment was operated. Customer's right to possess the Equipment terminates on the expiration of the Rental Period and retention of possession after this time is a material breach of this Rental Agreement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE.
13. DEPOSIT. In addition to securing the payment of rental charges hereunder,Customer agrees that any rental deposit shall be deemed to be a guarantee by Customer of the full and complete performance of each and all of the terms, covenants, and agreements to be performed by Customer hereunder, and in the event of any breach by Customer, the deposit will be credited against any damages, cost or expense incurred by MRI as a result of the breach.
14. PAYMENT. All amounts due hereunder shall be payable in full upon receipt of invoice by Customer. Customer acknowledges that timely payment of rental charges is essential to MRI's business operations and it would be impractical and extremely difficult to fix the actual damages caused by late payment. Customer and MRI agree there shall be added to all past due rental charges a late payment fee equal to the lesser of 1.5% permonth (18% per annum) on any such payments outstanding after 30 days, or the maximum amount allowed by applicable law. Customer agrees that MRI reserves the right to charge the credit card provided by Customer as part of this Rental Agreement, a credit card on file inapplicable, and/or Customer's account for any amount owed by Customer pursuant to this section due to late or past due payment(s) or rental charges.
15. TITLE / NO PURCHASE OPTION / NO LIENS. This Rental Agreement is not a contract of sale, and title to the Equipment shall at all times remain with MRI. Unless covered by a specific supplemental agreement signed by MRI, Customer has no option or right to purchase the Equipment. Customer shall keep the Equipment free and clear of all mechanics and other liens and encumbrances.
16. TIRE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. Repair or replacement of tires and tubes is the sole responsibility of the Customer, and is not included in the rental rate.
17. DEFAULT. Customer shall be deemed to be in default should Customer in any way fail to pay any amount when due hereunder, or to perform, observe or keep any provision of this Rental Agreement, or should Customer become "Insolvent" (as defined herein), or should MRI anticipate that Customer may become Insolvent or that Customer may otherwise become in default. If Customer is in default, MRI may do any one or more of the following:(a)terminate the Rental Period; (b) declare the entire amounts due hereunder immediately due and payable and commence legal action; (c) cause MRI's employees or agents, with notice but without legal process, to enter upon Customer's property and take all action necessary to retake and repossess the Equipment, and Customer hereby consents to such entry, re-taking and re-possession and hereby waives all claims for damages and losses,physical and pecuniary, caused thereby and shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by MRI in retaking and repossessing; or (d) pursue any other remedies available by law.Customer shall be considered "Insolvent" if Customer (i) shall generally not pay, or shall be unable to pay, or shall admit its inability or anticipated inability to pay its debts as such debts become due; or (ii) shall make an assignment for the benefit of creditors, or petition or apply to any tribunal for the appointment of a custodian, receiver, or trustee for it or a substantial part of its assets; or (iii) shall commence any proceeding under any bankruptcy,reorganization, arrangement, readjustment of debt, dissolution, or liquidation law or statute of any jurisdiction, whether now or hereafter in effect; or (iv) shall have had any such petition or application filed or any such proceeding commenced against it in which an order for relief is entered or an adjudication or appointment is made; or (v) shall take any action indicating its consent to, approval of, or acquiescence in any such petition, application, proceeding, or order for relief or the appointment of a custodian, receiver, or trustee for all or any substantial part of its properties.
18. CUSTOMER'S INSURANCE COVERAGE. Customer agrees to maintain and carry, at Customer's sole cost, the following insurance: (a) commercial auto liability insurance with at least a per occurrence limit of $1 million, if applicable; (b) commercial general liability insurance ("CGL") providing coverage equal to or greater than the standard Commercial General Liability Coverage Form (ISO CG 00 01 12 04 form) with limits of insurance not less than $1 million per occurrence and $2 million in the aggregate; and (c) property insurance for the full replacement cost of the Equipment (replacement with new), including coverage for all risks of loss or damage to the Equipment. Customer shall obtain insurance policies that provide, or are endorsed to provide, that all insurance required hereunder is primary and non-contributory to any other insurance maintained by MRI. MRI shall be named as an additional insured for liability insurance and, if applicable, additional loss payee for property insurance. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions shall be the sole responsibility of the Customer. All insurance required by this agreement shall include a waiver of rights of recovery against MRI or its insurers by the Customer and its insurers, as well as a waiver of subrogation against MRI or its insurers. The policies required hereunder shall provide that MRI must receive not less than 90 days' notice prior to any cancellation. FOR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT NOT LICENSED FOR ROAD USE, CUSTOMER MUST EITHER (i) ELECT TO NAME MRI AS LOSS PAYEE EVIDENCING PROPERTY INSURANCE COVERAGE, OR (ii) ELECT TO PURCHASE THE RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN.
19. NO ASSIGNMENT, LENDING OR SUBLETTING. Customer shall not sublease, subrent, assign or loan the Equipment without first obtaining the written consent of MRI, and any such action by Customer, without MRI's written consent, shall be void. Customer agrees to use and keep the Equipment at the job site set forth on the first page of this Rental Agreement unless MRI approves otherwise in writing. MRI may at any time, without notice to Customer, transfer or assign this Rental Agreement or any Equipment or any monies or other benefits due or to become due hereunder.
20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT / ONLY AGREEMENT. The Rental Agreement, including the Reservation Details, represents the entire agreement between Customer and MRI with respect to the Equipment and the rental of the Equipment. There are no oral or other representations or agreements not included herein. None of MRI's rights or Customer's rights may be changed and no extension of the terms of this Rental Agreement may be made except in writing, signed by both MRI and Customer. Any use of Customer's purchase order number on this Rental Agreement is for Customer's convenience only and terms and conditions, whether oral or written, that are different or inconsistent with the terms contained herein are hereby rejected by MRI. Any rule of construction to the effect that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not apply to the interpretation of this Rental Agreement.
21. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE. The terms and conditions of this Rental Agreement shall control over any conflicting preprinted terms and conditions contained in Customer's purchase order or similar documents.
A. Any failure of MRI to insist upon strict performance by Customer of any terms and conditions of this Rental Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of MRI's right to demand strict compliance. Customer has carefully reviewed this Rental Agreement and waives any principle of law which would construe any provision hereof against MRI as the drafter of this Rental Agreement.
B. Any failure of MRI to insist upon strict performance by Customer of any terms and conditions of this Rental Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of MRI's right to demand strict compliance. Customer has carefully reviewed this Rental Agreement and waives any principle of law which would construe any provision hereof against MRI as the drafter of this Rental Agreement.
D. Customer consents to the collection, use, and disclosure of his or her personal identification and financial information as described herein. Customer's personalidentification and financial information is provided voluntarily and not as part of a credit card transaction. Personal identification information includes, for example, Customer's name,billing address, ZIP code, telephone number, date of birth, driver's license number, and email address. Financial information includes, for example, information related to any balances or invoices related to the rental agreement. Customer's personal identification information can be used for purposes of this transaction, any subsequent transactions with MRI, and for MRI to evaluate and improve its products and services and/or develop new products or services. Customer's personal identification information and/or financial information may be disclosed to contractors, service providers, and other third parties that support MRI's business and who are bound by contractual obligations to keep personal information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.
E. The federal and state courts in the county in which the Store Location is located shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all matters relating to this Rental Agreement. TRIAL BY JURY IS WAIVED. In order to effect service of process on MRI, please contact the Secretary of State Corporations Division to obtain the name of the registered agent and the registered office address that is on file with the Secretary of State for MRI. MRI shall be entitled to decrees of specific performance (without posting bond or other security) in addition to such other remedies as may be available.
F. Class Action Waiver. Customer agrees that any claims or proceedings brought by Customer relating to this Rental Agreement will be conducted on an individual basis, and not on a class-wide, collective, or representative basis, and that any one person's claims or proceedings may not be consolidated with any other claims or proceedings. Customer will not sue MRI as a class plaintiff or class representative, join as a class member, or participate as an adverse party in any way in a class-action lawsuit against MRI. Nothing in this paragraph, however, limits Customer's right to bring a lawsuit as an individual plaintiff.
G. MRI shall have the right to immediately repossess the Equipment, without any liability to Customer, in the event of (i) permanent closure of the Store Location or (ii) declaration of any emergency, disaster or similar situation by any federal, state or local government or (iii)as otherwise set forth in this Rental Agreement.
H. Customer expressly acknowledges that Customer and MRI are the only parties to this Agreement, notwithstanding that a reservation for the Equipment may have been arranged by a third-party or that a third-party may pay for all or part of the rental bill.
I. For matters arising from this Agreement, Customer authorizes MRI to verify and obtain through credit agencies or other sources Customer's credit and insurance information.
J. In the event the terms contained in this Rental Agreement conflict with any terms of any preexisting written agreement signed by authorized representatives of the Customer and MRI (the "Written Agreement"), the terms of the Written Agreement shall supersede the terms of this Rental Agreement.
K. CRIMINAL WARNING: The use of false identification to obtain Equipment or the failure to return the Equipment by the end of the Rental Period may be considered a theft subject to criminal prosecution pursuant to applicable criminal or penal code provisions.
23. OPTIONAL RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN.
A. The Rental Protection Plan ("RPP") is an optional product that modifies certain terms of this Rental Agreement. THIS SECTION IS ONLY APPLICABLE PROVIDED YOU HAVE ELECTED TO "ACCEPT" THE RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN (RPP).
B. NOTICE: FOR ALL RENTALS OF EQUIPMENT NOT LICENSED FOR ROAD USE, YOU MAY EITHER SHOW PROOF OF PROPERTY INSURANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 18 ABOVE, OR PURCHASE THE RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN. THE PURCHASE OF THE RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN [RPP] FOR RENTALS OF EQUIPMENT IS NOT MANDATORY AND MAY BE DECLINED IF YOU HAVE PROOF OF INSURANCE AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 18. RPP IS NOT INSURANCE. RPP IS AVAILABLE TO DIRECT COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS ONLY IN CONNECTION WITH THE RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT FROM MRI. FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE, RPP OFFERS A DAMAGE WAIVER TO LIMIT YOUR FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO, OR THEFT OF, THE RENTAL EQUIPMENT. BEFORE DECIDING WHETHER TO PURCHASE THE DAMAGE WAIVER, YOU MAY WISH TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOUR OWN INSURANCE COVERAGE AFFORDS YOU COVERAGE FOR DAMAGE TO OR THEFT OF THE RENTAL EQUIPMENT AND THE AMOUNT OF THE DEDUCTABLE UNDER YOUR OWN INSURANCE COVERAGE. READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING.
i. DAMAGE WAIVER. Subject to the conditions set forth herein, MRI waives its right to collect amounts from Customer exceeding the lesser of 10% of replacement value of the Equipment, 10% of the cost of repairs, or $500, plus applicable state and local taxes,from losses arising from theft of or direct physical damage to the Equipment.
ii. USER. Customer agrees that Customer, or a permissive user of a Customer,will be the only driver of any MRI vehicle, and that Customer will not use the vehicle in violation of any terms of this Rental Agreement or law.
iii. EXCLUSIONS. MRI will not waive a claim for loss or damage to tires and tubes caused by blow out, bruises, cuts, punctures or other causes inherent in the use of the Equipment; or resulting from intentional abuse of the Equipment. Such losses shall remain subject to Section 9 above.
iv. FEE. Customer shall pay a fee equal to 14% of the charges under the Rental Agreement in exchange for participation in RPP as set forth in this Section.


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How women's clothing helped Levi's with IPO
Many companies in the highly competitive clothing market stay away from IPOs. But Levi Strauss triumphantly returned to the stock exchange thanks to its line of women's clothing.
Last week, Levi Strauss, one of the oldest American companies that invented blue jeans, was again listed on the stock exchange. During the first hours of trading, the value of its shares rose by more than 30%.
Founded during the gold rush in California as a manufacturer of durable men's jeans, Levi's has been on the rise again in the past few years. Under the new leadership, a company with a 165-year history has reduced its debt burden, intensified marketing and invested in other categories of goods.
Now women's jeans and tops (T-shirts, blouses, etc.) are the fastest growing segments of its business. In 2018, revenues from tops increased by 38% and reached $ 1.1 billion (largely due to popularity of branded T-shirts). After upgrading women's clothing, sales increased by 29% to $ 1.6 billion. "The best the company could do was to diversify its portfolio and rely less on men's clothing," said Craig Johnson, President of Customer Growth Partners, a consulting and research firm. "If you look at where growth is possible in the denim market, you will see that this is mainly in the field of women's clothing." According to the NPD Group, sales of women's clothing grew by 9% from July 2017 to July 2018, and the denim market as a whole grew only by 5%.
Betting on women's clothing
Levi's re-launched women's clothing line in 2015, presenting many new styles and stretching fabric in all directions for greater comfort. Customers paid attention to the novelties: sales of women's clothing continued to grow for 14 quarters in a row. In 2016, Kylie Jenner posted an Instagram photo of her wearing Levi's Wedgie Fit jeans. In 2017, Beyoncé appeared in Levi's denim shorts during a concert at the Coachella festival.
The restart has partly been prompted by a desire to respond to growing supply of casual sportswear from manufacturers such as Lululemon and Athleta, which are crowding Levi's in its niche. "It drives me crazy that women wear workout pants in good restaurants: denim would look much better. But they prefer sportswear because it's more comfortable," Levi's CEO Chip Bergh wrote in a 2018 essay for the Harvard Business Review.
Despite attempts to diversify its range, the company still sells mainly men's trousers. In 2018, 69% of revenue was obtained from sales of men's clothing (for comparison, the number was 80% in 2011). The line of men's jeans model 501, invented back in 1890, remains the most popular product of the company. In addition, Levi's manufactures Dockers, a popular khaki line of men's clothing.
Bergh, who took the helm of Levi's in 2011, has paid a lot of attention to the company's marketing. "When I came, we spent more on paying interest than on advertising, and in such conditions it's difficult to develop a brand," wrote Bergh in the Harvard Business Review (the company has had a debt of about $ 2 billion since the 1980s). The CEO began to increase Levi's presence on television and on the Internet, and also entered into collaborative agreements with trendsetters on social networks that could have an impact on young audiences. In 2013, Levi's was featured at the San Francisco 49ers Stadium, where the Super Bowl was held in 2016.
In 2018, the company's net profit amounted to $ 283 million. Revenue increased by 14% to $ 5.6 billion. This is more than in 2011. Then, the net profit was $ 135 million, and revenue - $ 4.8 billion. In addition, since 2011, the company has paid off debts amounting to $ 1 billion.
"We have excellent business performance, we look to the future with optimism, and our brands are very popular," said Harmit Singh, CFO at Levi Strauss.
Few companies dare to go public in a tough retail environment. Clothing manufacturers are making great efforts to keep up with changing consumer preferences and to withstand competition in a world that is now buying online. The last two IPOs in this area were held by Canada Goose and Stitch Fix, which went public in the past two years and attracted investor interest: price of their shares rose 200% and 100%, respectively. However, the manufacturer of women's clothing J.Jill is not doing so well: price of its shares fell by 55% after an IPO in 2017.
Not surprisingly, Neiman Marcus canceled its IPO in January 2017, almost two years after filing the application. And Revolve, an online clothing store headquartered in Los Angeles, filed documents for an IPO in September 2018, but has not yet entered the stock exchange.
The New York Stock Exchange, on which Levi's shares are now trading with the ticker LEVI, softened the dress code for one day and lifted the ban on wearing jeans for the company's debut.

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Newton wrestler Logan Treaster is the top ranked wrestler at 120 lb. according to the Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association (KWCA) rankings released November 16th, 2016. Brody Roberson is ranked 5th at 132 lb.
Goddard is the top ranked class 5A team, followed by Mill Valley #2 and Ark City at #3.


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What to know about Amelia Earhart and Arizona
Lauren Castle
Before famed aviatrix Amelia Earhart disappeared during an ill-fated trip around the world, she made several known appearances in Arizona.
Earhart made history for being the first woman to fly across the Atlantic before breaking more records.
Earhart and her navigator Frederick Noonan disappeared while flying over the Pacific in 1937.
What happened after the pair went missing? It's a mystery that has lived on more than 80 years, spawning several theories.
LEARN A FEW OF THE THEORIES
Recently, an anthropology professor at the University of Tennessee said he believes bones discovered on a South Pacific island "likely" belong to the famed aviator.
The location of the bones is consistent with the theory that Earhart found herself stranded on Nikumaroro Island, east of Papua New Guinea.
Years before her disappearance, Earhart made several trips to Arizona.
She made friends with residents in Casa Grande, had dinner in McNeal, experienced engine problems in Phoenix and broke a propeller in Yuma.
Here are a few notable visits she made to the state.
Casa Grande, 1928-1929
Earhart made friends with residents in Casa Grande in September 1928 before attending the Southwest Aviation Council in Los Angeles.
"In spite of the fact that Miss Earhart has spent many months flying and is considered one of the best known women aviators in the world, she has retained all of her feminine charm," reported The Arizona Republic. "She considers herself an amateur flying for her own pleasure. She is a brilliant conversationalist, modest and unassuming and regards herself as a woman pioneer in a field."
During her stay, she told the press that she believed air travel would be as common as cars in the future.
In August 1929, during the National Air Derby for women, she flew circles over the city as a dedication to friends, the Casa Grande Dispatch reported.
"Her salute to Casa Grande friends cost her about five minutes time in the air race," reported The Republic.
McNeal, 1928
The pilot surprised residents in the small town in Cochise County. Earhart's plane was running low on fuel during a solo trip over the state, according to the Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum.
Earhart landed on a dirt runway in the town north of Bisbee. While landing, mesquite tree needles punctured her tires.
She had dinner with the Ladies Aid Society while townsmen fixed her plane's tires.
"Miss. Emilia Earhart landed at McNeal and had dinner with the Ladies Aid. [Earhart] brought a new spirit and left a spirit that will not be easily forgotten by either old or young. The noted Girl Flyer was indeed welcome and hopes...she may again enjoy having dinner with the Ladies Aid of McNeal in the future," said an entry in the organization's minutes.
Earhart donated $1 to the women's organization, the museum said.
Yuma, 1929
The National Air Derby was an all-female pilot air race and was called by some the "Powder Puff Derby," according to the Arizona Historical Society.
While competing, Earhart experienced trouble. "That flight was punctuated for her by a nose-over on the Yuma field, in which the propeller of her plane was broken," reported The Republic.
Earhart stayed in Phoenix for a day in 1930, when her Lockheed Vega's engine experienced problems while flying from Los Angeles to El Paso. The Republic reported two cylinders of the engine started to mist.
"Rather than continue to Tucson with the possibility of further trouble, she turned and landed at Sky Harbor at 1:15 p.m."
While waiting for mechanics to fix her plane, Earhart spoke to flying officials and the press about flying.
The Republic said Earhart continued to fly when not on official business because "she long ago lost all patience with slower forms of transportation."
"The great difficulty now is in plane capacities," remarked Earhart. "We cannot get ships big enough, though I think they are coming. It is just a question of time. The 30-passenger ship Fokker designed is a partial answer to our transport problem."
During her discussion with reporters, Earhart said she liked the weather in Phoenix during the summer.
"It's a mighty fine place to be at any time," said Earhart to The Republic. "It was mid-summer when I was in Phoenix before, and that is supposed to be hot. I not only didn't mind it. I liked the climate. It's wonderful today - neither hot nor cold aloft."
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Walking the Red Carpet at Correspondents' Dinner (photos)
Jeff Malet - April 29, 2019
Jonathan Adler to Close April 21
Smithsonian Welcomes 'The Walking Dead' (photos)
Plastic Straws Could Be Out the Door
Costumed Anime Fans Flock to Otakon (photos)
Record-Setting Crowd for RBG at National Book Festival (photos)
Jeff Malet - September 2, 2019
Chef José Andrés apologized for not being available to sign books after his speaking session; he had to catch a flight to the Bahamas to assist in Hurricane Dorian recovery efforts.
Middleburg Spring Races: Family Fun for Horse Lovers
Peggy Sands - April 22, 2019
The trophies given out at the end of each race in the race tower paddock were handed to laughing family owners of all ages, from grandpas to great-grandchildren in spring dresses and jeans.
The Georgetown Garden Tour at 91: Wiser and Spicier
Georgetowner - May 9, 2019
This year's seven gardens, ranging from the majestic to smaller, cleverly designed spaces, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, rain or shine.
RFK Portrait on View at National Portrait Gallery (video)
Jeff Malet - June 6, 2018
A portrait created by Roy Lichtenstein in 1968 went on view at the National Portrait Gallery on June 6, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the senator's assassination, and will be on display through July 8.
Capitol Buzz: Mika & Joe's Wedding, Alexandria's Office, Gary's Saga
Peggy Sands - November 26, 2018
In this week's column, our correspondent looks at incidents in the lives of some of the Hill's most topical personalities, past and present.
Smithsonian Acquires Musical Objects from Sting, J. Ralph (photos)
Jeff Malet - September 11, 2017
The former lead singer for the Police donated the 1978 Fender Stratocaster guitar that he played at Amnesty International's "The Secret Policeman's Other Ball" in 1981.
Georgetown Flair on Display at House Tour
Stephanie Green - April 18, 2018
On this Saturday's Georgetown House Tour: seven residences, a well-known retail location and the City Tavern Club, built in 1796.
40 Years After His Death, Elvis Presley Stays With Us
Gary Tischler - August 17, 2017
Forty years ago, on August 16, Elvis Presley, "the King," died of what was officially called a heart attack in a bathroom of his...
Branca Shares Memories at Tudor Place
Selma Khenissi - May 31, 2018
Designer Alessandra Branca spoke about her friend, the late Elizabeth Powell, and her own design philosophy at the May 24 Landmark Luncheon at the historic estate in Georgetown.
Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company at National Portrait Gallery
Mary Bird - March 8, 2018
Celebrating its 25th year, the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company presents a series of free salons in the new international gallery at the...


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Photo courtesy of K&N Management.
K&N Management is the licensed Austin,Texas-area developer for Rudy's "Country Store" & Bar-B-Q and the creator of Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes, two fast-casual restaurant concepts. Both feature walk-up counter service and a limited menu. The company's culture is based on quality and excellence; strong relationships with its customers, referred to as "guests"; and a vision "to become world famous by delighting one guest at a time." The company has more than 450 employees, referred to as "team members," in its workforce. K&N's revenue is approximately $50 million.
In sales, K&N Management's restaurants significantly outperform local competitors and national chains.
For both K&N restaurant concepts, guests rate their satisfaction with food quality, hospitality, cleanliness, speed of service, and value at least 4.7 on a 5-point scale, outperforming the best competitor. Overall guest satisfaction ratings are over 4.7 for both, also beating the best competitor.
Since 2005, approximately 94 percent of strategic actions have been accomplished. Since the yearly focus strategic objective was deployed in 2001, 100 percent of the goals have been met.
In sales, K&N Management's restaurants significantly outperform local competitors and national chains. The Rudy's "Country Store" & Bar-B-Q restaurants increased average unit sales from just over $3 million in 2000 to slightly more than $7.5 million in 2010 (for food sales only). From its inception in 2007 through 2010, Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes increased annual unit sales from just over $2 million to more than $3.5 million in 2010, triple the unit sales of its best competitor.
Gross profit for Rudy's "Country Store" & Bar-B-Q has exceeded the industry standard of 40 percent in every year from 2001 to 2010, reaching nearly 47 percent in 2010. Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes has exceeded the industry standard since 2008, with a gross profit of 44 percent in 2010.
K&N Management builds and maintains a focus on "guest delight," relying on innovation and technology to create product offerings that meet or exceed guest requirements. Guests can access store information and events via Web sites and social media, as well as through innovative approaches such as EyeClick, an interactive system at each Mighty Fine location. Feedback is collected with an iPad that administers short surveys around the main meal periods and uploads the information to a third-party host for aggregation. Takeout guests are directed to a Web-based survey.
All leaders carry a personal digital assistant (PDA) that alerts them of guest comments and complaints, and daily performance results. An example of action driven by guest input via this system is the Rudy's breakfast taco program created in 2001. Other examples include "group meal" service pick-up pavilions, which were introduced in 2007, and "Jacuzzi" hand-wash machines now featured in all stores, which are favorites with guests.
For both K&N restaurant concepts, guests rate their satisfaction with food quality, hospitality, cleanliness, speed of service, and value at least 4.7 on a 5-point scale, outperforming the best competitor. Overall guest satisfaction ratings are over 4.7 for both restaurant concepts, compared to the best competitor's rating just over 4. Based on a 2010 survey, more than 97 percent of guests of Rudy's "Country Store" & Bar-B-Q and Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes indicate that they will return to the restaurants.
Ongoing listening and learning approaches are used to maintain a list of key guest requirements (KGRs) that are aligned with key business drivers. The company's performance against its KGRs is systematically measured and communicated throughout the workforce. Performance gaps and opportunities are funneled into appropriate planning approaches, ranging from problem solving to strategic planning.
K&N Management strives to retain its workforce by offering a comprehensive set of above-market benefits to team members who average at least 30 hours per week. For all categories of workers, turnover rates are lower than industry averages. For example, K&N Management's turnover rate for production workers is less than 50 percent, in contrast to the industry average of 85 percent. K&N Management's absentee rate is slightly more than 1 percent, compared to 5 percent for the best competitor and 3.5 percent for benchmarked organizations.
Over 95 percent of K&N Management team members report they are proud to work for the company. In 2010, the Austin American- Statesman named K&N Management "the best place to work in Austin."
K&N Management's workforce performance management system, the People Process Excellence Model, establishes hiring, training and development, and performance improvement processes. These, along with defined work processes, foster team member engagement, provide an environment for high-quality service, and enable team members to consistently meet guest requirements.
K&N holds all team members accountable for performance excellence, integrity, and ethical behavior through a defined governance process and a detailed system of checks and balances. Managers are held accountable for their actions through monthly performance feedback, annual performance scorecard reviews, and 360-degree assessments, while the owners receive annual performance feedback, coaching, and development through an outside executive coach. Fellow senior leaders serve as "account ability partners" to support and ensure that their peers effectively carry out their identified development actions. As a result, K&N has achieved zero legal and ethical breaches for the last 15 years and 100 percent fiscal compliance on audits with zero fiscal violations.
K&N Management believes in giving back to its local communities of Austin and Round Rock, Texas, in a sustainable way, by encouraging team member volunteerism and streamlining charitable contributions.
In 2010, K&N Management contributed over $365,000 to charitable organizations, and team members volunteered more than 1,600 hours.
In 2009, K&N Management added approximately 100 jobs to the greater Austin-area market.
As depicted in K&N Management's 2010 strategic plan, each of the organization's strategic objectives aligns with a core competency that corresponds to key business drivers and addresses strategic challenges and advantages. Measures, one-year and three-year goals, and available comparative data also align with strategies and strategic objectives. The 2010 strategic plan was organized around four key elements: operational excellence, yearly focus, growth and expansion, and convergent marketing.
Over the last five years, K&N Management has deployed more than 200 processes to its stores.


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Q: Selenium - verify the list of suggestions is displayed What command is used to verify the list of suggestions is displayed when typing a letter in text field (example: a)? And how to verify the items in the list start with the letter you typed?

A: I believe you're talking about something like Google Suggests with autocomplete. Your test would look something like this

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*Enter the value using typeAndWait to let the Ajax call happen

*Compare the result to a text blob

The calls would be like this
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Krud Kutter: A Product Review for Professional Truck Drivers
In the past, one of Vicki's favorite cleaning agents was Krud Kutter.*
She has used both the Original and "Tough Task Remover" formulations.
Both are able to cut grime and greatly reduce scrubbing time for challenging cleaning situations.
What the Labels Say
The photo at right shows a display of 32 ounce trigger bottles and 1 gallon refill bottles of the Original formulation at a store.
Reading off the label, the Original formulation is a "Concentrated Cleaner/Degreaser Stain Remover" that "cuts grease, grime, oil, tar & wax fast."
It also removes dried latex paint.
The description of the Tough Task Remover (not shown at right) is "Removes Goo, Gum, Grease & More."
Both are said to be non-toxic and biodegradable.
Both labels read: "No other single product removes really tough soils as quickly and effectively from so many different surfaces."
Both products can be used full strength or diluted with water.
How the Products Work
Vicki has used both products in full strength and diluted forms and they work very well.
When it comes to removing dried latex paint, Krud Kutter Original works well on some surfaces that would otherwise be ruined by Goof Off.
Vicki gives the highest ratings for this product for reasons you will soon see.
Cleaning Glass
These photos show two light shades in a sink (drain visible under the top one).
Both shades were pretty grimy before cleaning.
In this photo, the top shade has been cleaned with Krud Kutter, the bottom has not.
In this photo, both shades have been cleaned.
We hope you are able to see the huge difference -- before and after -- with the bottom shade.
Cleaning Glass-Ceramic Cookware
Here is a photo of a Corning Ware slow cooker liner (upside down in a sink).
Over the years, it had accumulated a good bit of baked on grime.
Soap and water alone could not touch it, no matter how much Vicki scrubbed.
However, she sprayed the left side with full strength Krud Kutter, gave it some time to work, and then scrubbed it.
You can see for yourself the big difference that the cleaning agent made.
Cleaning Plastic Bags
Vicki has also used the product to clean sealable plastic bags.
However, it should be noted that in addition to removing the grime from the bags, the full strength cleaner also removed the "frosting" from the outside of the bags upon which people can write details about the contents with a permanent marker.
Using Krud Kutter in a Truck
Early in our driving career, Vicki didn't know about Krud Kutter; however, she and Mike have used it successfully in the trucks Mike has driven regionally.
In the photo shown here, Mike is using a handheld vacuum cleaner to remove loose dirt from the floor.
Next to him (highlighted with a red box) is a trigger bottle of Krud Kutter.
Among other places, we have used this product for cleaning the vinyl floors which had become grimy from the continual tracking in of dirt on the bottoms of our shoes.
Clearly written on both labels are cautions that the products are an eye and skin irritant.
Although Vicki has worked with the products without using gloves, we do recommend wearing rubber gloves while using these products.
(* Note: Since this page was first written, Vicki has a different favorite cleaning agent, one that does not cause eye or skin irritation.)
Where to Buy It
Below, we have listed the links for the 32 ounce trigger bottle and the one gallon refill size of the "Original" Krud Kutter through Amazon.com, with which we have an affiliate relationship.
Note: You may be able to find these products for less money elsewhere:
Even though Vicki has not used these products in all of the applications indicated on the bottles, she gives them the highest rating for cleaning at an affordable price.
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Biography – RICHARDSON, JAMES (1810-83) – Volume XI (1881-1890) – Dictionary of Canadian Biography
RICHARDSON, JAMES, farmer, schoolteacher, and geologist; b. 29 March 1810 in Perthshire, Scotland, the eldest of four children; m. Barbara McConnachay of Lachine, Lower Canada, and they had a son and a daughter; d. 18 Nov. 1883 at Matane, Que.
James Richardson immigrated to Canada in 1829 where he was employed as a farm labourer in Lachine and later as a teacher in Beauharnois County, near Montreal, before he was engaged by William Edmond Logan*, director of the newly established Geological Survey of Canada, as an assistant on surveys of Lake Superior in 1846 and 1847. During succeeding summers, while living in Beauharnois, Canada East, Richardson served as assistant in a series of investigations by the Geological Survey which concentrated on interpreting the geology of the Eastern Townships of Canada East from the American border to the base of the Gaspé peninsula. These included work along the Chaudière River in 1850, near Beauharnois and Coteau-du-Lac in 1851, and from Montreal Island along the north shore of the St Lawrence to the Saint-Maurice River and Île d'Orléans in 1852.
Richardson played a major role in the collection of mineral specimens from the Ottawa and Quebec, regions which were included in the Canadian exhibit at the universal exposition in Paris in 1855. This exhibit brought much needed recognition to the Geological Survey of Canada and personal honour to Logan.
A permanent appointment as an "explorer" with the Geological Survey was granted to Richardson in 1856. Although originally "hired to do camp work," he had shown "some native ability and no small amount of curiosity"; he had learned the fundamentals of geology and mapping through field experience and through association with Logan and other members of the survey staff. These skills were now applied in the direction of independent field operations. The first of Richardson's 14 reports on geological examinations in various parts of Canada, "On the geology and topography of the island of Anticosti and the Mingan islands," was published in 1857 as part of the survey's cumulative progress report for 1853–56. The Anticosti survey also added important new fossil specimens to the rapidly growing collections of the survey, collections which would later form a basis for the holdings of the National Museums of Canada.
Notable geological explorations along the Gaspé and the north shore of the St Lawrence River followed. In 1860 Richardson became the first to use photography in Canada to record geological features, in a traverse of the north shore and along the coast of Newfoundland. Further work on the northwestern coast of Newfoundland followed in 1861 and 1862, culminating in a large-scale map of the area. Unfortunately, his reports and map were never published, although, viewed later as classic work in the area, they were used by Alexander Murray, first director of the Geological Survey of Newfoundland.
Richardson investigated the Quebec region in detail, both north and south of the St Lawrence, during the years 1863–70. Logan was moved to comment in a report in 1863 that Richardson, though "a most valuable and indefatigable explorer," still required "aid in working up his materials into a report." This prolific period of field-work was interrupted in 1867 by several months with the Canadian exhibit at the universal exposition in Paris. His reports on his Canadian field investigations stressed deposits with mining potential, for instance the 1870 "Report of the country north of Lake St. John." This report had necessitated an arduous canoe trip north toward Lac Mistassini during which he first noted the copper-pyrite deposits at Lac Chibougamau.
The acquisition of the northwest by Canada and the entry of British Columbia into confederation in 1871 brought vast new challenges for the Geological Survey. Richardson accompanied Alfred Richard Cecil Selwyn*, the director of the survey since 1869, to British Columbia where he was to spend portions of the next nine years in lengthy field investigations, with emphasis upon coalfields and possible railway routes. This work again resulted in important fossil specimens being added to the national collection as well as the acquisition of an interesting photographic record of coastal British Columbia. Among the highlights of these years were a traverse of the Cariboo Road in 1871 and specialized studies of the coalfields on Vancouver Island including those at Nanaimo, Comox, and Cowichan, so important to the proposed transcontinental railway.
Richardson Inlet in the Queen Charlotte Islands was named in 1878 by George Mercer Dawson* in recognition of Richardson's contribution to the geological exploration of Canada. Unwilling retirement in 1880, under the recently acquired superannuation benefits of the Civil Service Act, was followed by temporary work collecting specimens for McGill College in Montreal. Richardson also served for a period as cabinet keeper for the Geological Survey, which in 1881 was integrated fully into the civil service when it moved from Montreal to Ottawa.
Geology developed in Canada during Richardson's career from being largely a self-taught discipline to one dominated by men of academic distinction with formal training. Richardson nevertheless made important contributions especially in his collection of mineral specimens and his innovation in the use of photographic records in geological survey work.
David R. Richeson
PAC, RG 45, 156, nos.2883–84; 169, nos.1476–79, 2609–12; 170, nos.1482–85, 1496–1509, 2613; 171, nos.1510–13, 1315–24. Early Canada: a collection of historical photographs by officers of the Geological Survey of Canada, comp. E. Hall (Ottawa, 1967), 6–11. Geological Survey of Canada, Report of progress for the years 1853–54–55–56 (Toronto, 1857), 191–245; Report of progress from its commencement to 1863 . . . (Montreal, 1863), iv; Report of progress for 1870–71 (Ottawa, 1872), 283–308; Report of progress for 1871–72 (Montreal, 1872), 73–100. Gazette (Montreal), 22 Nov. 1888. Dominion annual register, 1883: 326–27. Wallace, Macmillan dict., 627. F. J. Alcock, A century in the history of the Geological Survey of Canada (Ottawa, 1948). Zaslow, Reading the rocks.
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How to get the best price on Tesla Model S and X tickets: $250 for a two-week pass (sort of)
Las Vegas – Tesla Motors is introducing a new reservation system for the Model S sedan and the Model X crossover, where drivers can get the lowest price of a new car and get a two week free Tesla event pass.
The two-day Tesla event passes can be bought online or in person at Tesla stores, starting at $250.
The passes are valid for the duration of the event, which is two weeks.
The passes are limited to two vehicles per person, and drivers must have a valid driver's license to use the passes.
The price per vehicle is $450.
The tickets are available on the Tesla website.
The first Tesla event is scheduled for April 11, the same day the Super Bowl begins.
The first day of the Superbowl is also April 11.
The second Tesla event will be held on April 20, 2018, but only for one day, starting April 25.
The company announced the new Tesla reservation system on Thursday, calling it a "new way to make reservation and purchase of the most popular cars in our industry" and saying it's a great way to get around the SuperBowl crowds.
"The new reservation service will make it easy for Tesla customers to book a car at their local Tesla store and then purchase it online for the most affordable price," said the Tesla spokeswoman.
"It's also a great option for drivers, who can use this new reservation feature to book the car of their choice at any Tesla store or in-person store."
The company is also working on a new online service for reservation holders, and the company says the first of those will go live in the next couple of weeks.
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Due to the popularity of the social media release of the up coming Marine Corps NBD we decided to make a small run of them. There will only be 25 calls made with the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor Marine Logo. The back of the call is graced with the iconic raising of the flag at Iwo Jima. The band is wrapped with the Unites States Marine Corps. Then to finish the call of Semper Fi is lasered across the Insert.
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Ben Sasse for U.S. Senate
by Donlyn Turnbull
Tea Party Express proudly endorses businessman Ben Sasse for the U.S. Senate seat in Nebraska. We invite you to take this opportunity to get to know Ben and learn more about what he represents and why we believe he is the strongest fiscal conservative candidate and most compelling leader in this race.
The Right Credentials
Ben Sasse earned his bachelor's degree in Government from Harvard University, in which he also had the opportunity to study abroad during his junior year at the University of Oxford. He went on to receive a Master of Arts in Liberal studies from St. John's College before eventually earning additional degrees from Yale, including his Doctorate.
In 2007, George W. Bush nominated Ben for a key position within the US Department of Health and Human Services. After he was confirmed by the Senate he served in the position as Assistant Secretary until the end of Bush's tenure. He's also served as the Chief of Staff for the Justice Department.
Most recently, Ben fulfills the role of President of Midland University, an institution that was fiscally unsound until Ben assumed the lead position. Since then, Midland University has been the fastest-growing school four years in a row.
His experience shows he understands how to make effective decisions and apply the hard work necessary to make them successful. He wants to apply the same to Washington.
"It's time to cure the ineffectiveness and dysfunction of both parties in Washington," his campaign website explains. "Congress has forgotten conservative values, like how to live within a budget. They need a reminder."
The Right Issues
Ben Sasse demonstrates his expertise is pivotal in resolving critical issues. He wants to apply the same skills to Government reform as well has tackling key issues head on. He is a strong vocal and active opponent to ObamaCare. "I've spent the better part of the last ten years in the health care sector," Ben said. "I have intensely studied ObamaCare. The fact is I'm one of the few people it seems who has actually read the 2,300 pages of ObamaCare, and let me just tell you–it's worse than you think. I understand the bill, I can explain the bill, and I know how to rip it apart."
But Ben explains it isn't' the simple technical issues which prove to be the largest problem with ObamaCare. He rightfully explains, "The problem with ObamaCare goes way beyond technological glitches. The problem with ObamaCare is that it fundamentally changes the relationship between the Government and our citizens. [We should] repeal ObamaCare and get America back on track."
Tea Party Express Podcast with guest Ben Sasse
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The Right Fight
Ben Sasse is a problem solver. "I believe in America, I believe in freedom and I believe we can solve our problems," he said. He wants to bring his solutions to the U.S. Senate and lead the nation to fiscal solvency as well as protecting our Constitution.
"I think we have to do massive regulatory reform. When you read the Constitution there are only three branches of government, a legislative, executive, and a judicial–and the legislative branch is supposed to pass the laws and the executive branch, execute them. The executive branch doesn't get to create these permanent bureaucracies that write big pieces of legislation that we didn't ever discuss as a people," Sasse said.
The American people deserve to have someone like Ben Sasse fighting for them in their corner. Please join us and give your support to Benn Sasse for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska.
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Christmas Cupcake Wreath! Learn how to make this pull apart cake that looks just like a wreath with a simple step-by-step tutorial by our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls.
Every Christmas season I plan on spending quality time with my sister over homemade hot cocoa, making sugar cookies with my kids, spending a snowy evening window shopping on Michigan Avenue with my husband and creating a fabulous cake to present at my friend of choice's Christmas party. Every Christmas season, most of this doesn't happen, I feel like I'm rushing to get things done, scrambling to purchase last minute gifts and much of the season becomes a total stress fest.
Well, this year, I'm letting myself off the hook. I'm crossing a few of those things off my list before I even get started, I'm scaling back and lowering some expectations. I mean, after all, the joy of the Christmas season is really about spending time with friends and family.
So, that's pretty much why I love this Cupcake Wreath Project. You can use a cake mix and store bought frosting. You can bake ahead and then pull out frozen cupcakes and make this project happen. You can even buy pre-made cupcakes from the grocery store. See where I'm going with this? The leaves can be made a few days ahead as well and the best part about this dessert is that it's a pull apart cake. Present it on a platter and let your guests disassemble it. No knives, no messy cake servings. Just a stunning, wow your guests, stress free, Christmas dessert.
Using the pink gel paste, tint 1 pound of the fondant pale pink. On a rolling surface dusted with powdered sugar, roll out a handful of the pink fondant to 1/8″ thickness.
Lift the sheet of fondant up and sprinkle a little more sugar underneath and a touch on top and spread it around with the palm of your hand. You want the surface to be dry which will make cutting and stamping the leaves easier.
Use the holly cutter to cut out a leaf, then gently press the plunger down to create a stamped impression. Lift and fully press the plunger to remove the entire leaf.
Place bunched up plastic wrap, rolled up pieces of paper towel (or use actual flower former half tubes if you have them on hand) on a sheet tray. Sprinkle the surface with powdered sugar. Place the fondant leaves on the formers and edge of the tray to give them a curved shape. Repeat with various size cutters and the remaining pink fondant until the sheet tray is full.
This wreath will require approximately 80 leaves, but make a few extra for breakage. Let the tray dry overnight.
Tint the icing a shade of pink darker than the fondant. Frost the cupcakes with a swirl of icing.
On a serving platter, place the cupcakes in a ring with 12 on the outside and 6 on the inside.
Place the fondant leaves on the cupcakes facing in different directions to give the wreath texture.
Place the gold gum balls around the wreath where you'd like and then go back and add the hot pink sixlets next.
Adorn the cake with a tied ribbon propped at the bottom if you like.
Absolutely love the Christmas Cupcake Wreath tutorial! My girls love to eat fondant. If we did this project together, maybe it would be an incentive to make something out of fondant and not just want to eat it! Definitely going to make this for Christmas! Thank you for all of the helpful tips!
It's so pretty! I love it… thank you for the tutorial. I'm going to give this a try.


Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder where weight loss becomes an obsession and starvation begins to affect thinking patterns and personality. It occurs overwhelmingly among teenage girls and only in developed countries.
Physical symptoms of anorexia nervosa include wasting of the body and muscle tissue, impaired sexual development and cessation of menstruation, drying and yellowing of the skin, loss of texture of the hair, pain to the touch, lowered blood pressure and metabolic weight, anemia, and severe sleep disturbances.
Mental symptoms include the patient still seeing herself as fat, having a preoccupation with death, and a frantic need for exercise to keep physically fit. Patients are often manipulative, trying always to be the center of attention, and may become socially isolated.
In both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, the underlying causative factors are commonly believed to be solely due to an obsession with body fat, a fear of being (or becoming) fat, or over-concern with perfectionism. Although all of these factors are important, recent research also shows that in most cases an underlying zinc deficiency may contribute to both disorders. Biology, emotional health, societal expectations and other factors increase your risk.
Caution: Intravenous feeding may be necessary in acute cases to replace lost calories and reverse protein deficiency. Psychological counselling by trained specialists, combined with Nutritional Supplementation, is highly recommended.
Follow a bland diet and avoid coffee, tea, and other stimulants. A well-balanced diet, high in fiber, should be followed when a regular eating pattern is being established. Avoid sugar and white flour products. Try eating small meals and practice good nutrition. It is important to overcome the belief that food is the enemy.
Zinc deficiency can be a major contributing factor in anorexia. As a result, zinc supplementation has proven successful in overcoming dietary deficiencies and in helping anorexics regain their appetite and weight. According to eating disorder specialists, the inability to taste a tablespoon of zinc in the form of zinc sulfate heptahydrate (a liquid zinc supplement) in the mouth may be indicative of inadequate zinc status. If that is the case, it is recommended that patients take 100-120 ml per day of zinc sulfate heptahydrate until symptoms improve, which may take two weeks.
Ayurvedic medicine claims that an individual develops addictive behaviour while attempting to cope with fear and anxiety. Each of the body types—vata, pitta, and kapha—copes with anxiety differently. Ayurvedic diagnostic method examines the pulse, the tongue, and the eyes, which indicate the condition of inner organs and suggests natural remedies.
Cardamon, fennel and fresh ginger are often used to help regulate digestion and stop vomiting. Valerian, nutmeg, ashwagandha, sesame oil, and sandalwood are other useful remedies.
However, as always the fastest most effective way to receive tailored advice to your own situation, you should visit a local licensed practitioner. Find your closest Ayurvedic practitioners here.
Acupuncture and herbals remedies – to address the digestive problems associated with eating disorders.
Emotional healing is another important factor – the practice of Qigong is highly beneficial for calming the mind and emotions and restoring balance and harmony (see article section for more information about qigong).
Aromas derived from essential oils have been shown in clinical studies to have positive effects on the mind and the body. Composed of naturally occurring chemicals, they can help to support emotional balance, bring a sense of calm, aid stress relief, and promote positive feelings of well-being.
For an antidepressant remedy -take infusions of bergamot, basil, chamomile, clary sage, lavender, neroli, or ylang ylang.
Homeopathy is based on the principle that 'like cures like' –ie something that in a large dose creates the symptoms of a disease will, in a smaller dose in fact cure it. Remedies are prescribed very much on an individual basis taking the whole person into account. To find a tailored remedy you should visit your local licensed practitioner. Find you closest homeopath practitioner here.
Lycopodium – for dyspepsia and bloating.
Natrum muriaticum – for a sense of loss and melancholy.
Nux vomica – for nausea and/or indigestion.
Pulsatilla – for heightened emotions and frequent crying.
Cardamom, fennel, and/or fresh ginger can help regulate digestion and stop vomiting. For calming effect, the herbs valerian, nutmeg, ashwagandha, and sandalwood are very effective. To stimulate appetite, take ginger root, ginseng, gotu kola, peppermint. Gentian root helps stimulate the appetite and has been useful in helping anorexics regain their appetite.
Flower Essences: Various flower essences to address underlying emotional and mental states of imbalance and negativity, such as fears, perfectionism, manipulative behavior, depression, and anxiety, are recommended. Crab Apple, in particular, is useful for eradicating obsessive habits relating to body image.
If your symptoms persist despite the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. The following professional care therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating and relieving the symptoms of anorexia nervosa: Hypnotherapy, Magnetic Field Therapy and Mind/Body Medicine. See Glossary for descriptions of these Alternative Therapies.


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Marcel Peeper, né le  à Amsterdam, est un joueur de football international néerlandais actif durant les années 1980 et 1990. Il joue au poste de milieu de terrain.

Carrière en club
Marcel Peeper effectue sa formation dans l'école de jeunes de l'Ajax Amsterdam. En 1985, il est transféré au SBV Haarlem, où il fait ses débuts professionnels en première division. Il gagne petit à petit sa place de titulaire sur la flanc gauche au milieu de terrain, disputant plus de cent matches officiels en quatre saisons avec Haarlem, toutes conclues entre la neuvième et la douzième place finale.

En 1989, il part au FC Twente, un autre club de l'élite néerlandaise. Il est directement intégré au onze de base de l'équipe et ses bonnes prestations lui permettent d'être convoqué en équipe nationale néerlandaise pour disputer une rencontre amicale le  face à l'Union soviétique. Titulaire au coup d'envoi, il est victime d'une faute commise par le défenseur Sergueï Gorloukovitch, qui lui brise la jambe après seulement 18 minutes de jeu. Marcel Peeper reste longtemps écarté des terrains, subissant quatre opérations et plusieurs mois de revalidation. Il ne revient à la compétition que durant la saison 1991-1992 mais ne parvient pas à retrouver son niveau d'avant sa blessure. Son club tente de le faire déclarer invalide, notamment pour pouvoir récupérer une indemnité des assurances. En , il est prêté au Sparta Rotterdam jusqu'en fin de saison mais ne s'y impose pas.

Finalement, il est transféré durant l'été 1993 au KSC Lokeren, qui évolue alors en deuxième division belge et ne paie que  comme indemnité de transfert. Marcel Peeper retrouve du temps de jeu dans la compétition belge et après trois saisons, aide son club à décrocher le titre de champion de Division 2, synonyme de retour parmi l'élite en 1996. Il joue un an en Division 1 puis décide de rentrer aux Pays-Bas durant l'été 1997. Il s'engage au FC Groningue, en première division néerlandaise mais la saison est difficile pour le club, qui termine avant-dernier et est ensuite relégué en deuxième division après les barrages. Tombé en Division 2, le club échoue à la deuxième place en championnat et ne parvient pas à décrocher la promotion via les barrages.

Ayant perdu sa place de titulaire en cours de saison, Marcel Peeper quitte le club et repart pour l'étranger, cette fois en Allemagne, au Wuppertaler SV, qui évolue alors en Oberliga Rhénanie du Nord, le quatrième niveau hiérarchique du football allemand. Il n'y reste qu'une saison et remporte le titre de champion, sans toutefois que le club ne soit promu à cause d'une réorganisation des ligues dans le pays. N'étant plus payé, il décide de quitter le club et met un terme à sa carrière de joueur.

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Palmarès
 1 fois champion de Belgique de Division 2 en 1996 avec le KSC Lokeren.

Carrière en équipe nationale
Marcel Peeper est appelé une fois en équipe nationale néerlandaise, le  pour une rencontre amicale disputée à Kiev face à l'Union soviétique. Gravement blessé après 18 minutes de jeu, il ne sera plus jamais appelé par la suite.

Le tableau ci-dessous reprend toutes les sélections de Marcel Peeper. Le score des Pays-Bas est toujours indiqué en gras.

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Naissance en septembre 1965
Naissance à Amsterdam
Footballeur international néerlandais
Joueur du HFC Haarlem
Joueur du FC Twente
Joueur du Sparta Rotterdam
Joueur du KSC Lokeren
Joueur du FC Groningue

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York Dementia Strategy
Purpose of Report: Work has been underway for some time to develop a Dementia Strategy for the City of York and there has been significant engagement with people with lived experience, carers and families of people with dementia to understand the current environment and the ambition for Dementia support in the future.
A draft Strategy is currently under consultation across system partners, and will be presented to the Health and Adult Social Care Policy and Scrutiny Committee on 5 July 2022.
This report will bring a final Dementia Strategy to Executive for consideration.
Members are asked to sign off on the implementation of a 5 year Dementia Strategy for the City.
Decision status: Decision Made
Level of Risk: 04-08 Regular monitoring required;
Decision due: 28/07/22 by Executive
Lead member: Executive Member for Adult Social Care and Public Health
Lead director: Corporate Director of Adult Services & Integration
Department: Directorate of People
Contact: Jamaila Hussain, Corporate Director of Adult Social Care and Integration jamaila.hussain@york.gov.uk.
This Strategy has been through protracted consultation with the public and with interested parties across the health and social care economy. There is an established Dementia Strategy Working Group which has membership from CYC, Health, the Community and Voluntary Sector, organisations who provide care and support to people with Dementia, and people with lived experience. The Strategy has had oversight from the Health and Wellbeing Board, and its sub-group the Ageing Well Partnership.
Equality Impact Assessment Completed?: Yes
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102 Not Out had rock steady collections on Tuesday as it collected similar to Monday with 3 crore nett apprx. It has reached a total of 22 crore nett in five days and the week looks like going to 27.50 crore nett which would mean a better first week than Hichki and October.
The film is being driven by Mumbai circuit which has seen good numbers, even Gujarat is posting decent numbers post Sunday. The film is a success and now the next week or two will tell if it can emerge a HIT film. It will face competition from Raazi this week which has a similar target audience but its not a huge film so there is easily enough screen space for both films to exist together.
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Georg Trakl, Austrian poet, when failing school apprenticed himself to a pharmacist for easy access to drugs. He was so panicked serving the pharmacy's customers that he sometimes sweated through six shirts in the course of one morning. As a child, he once walked into a pond and stood submerged. Only his hat bobbing on the surface marked his presence. He was rescued. During World War I, he was left in charge of 90 severely wounded men whom he could do little to help. Unnerved by this gruesome experience, he shot himself. Though gravely injured, he seemed to be rallying and to have recovered his spirits. But by the time his friend Wittgenstein arrived to cheer him, he was dead of a cocaine overdose, aged 27.
His poems leak a quiet disgust, are often set in twilight, or darkness only briefly illuminated. Figures—children, the lonely one, the golden one, an unspecified woman—appear momentarily and vanish. Short, simple declarative lines present an insistent Trakl rhythm. We hear it right away, the deliberate plod of things doing things: mostly falling, dropping, dying, falling silent. His colors are blue and brown, his bird a blackbird, his trees fir and birch, his landscapes indeterminate borderlands—by a wall, the edge of a forest, always a fairly limited view that shifts as the light wanders off.
Chilean poet Jaime Luis Huenún has captured this same bleak rhythm and constrained landscape in his series of poems Port Trakl, here put into English by Daniel Borzutzky in a bilingual edition from Action Books. In these 25 poems, Huenún has moved Trakl's poetry into the inner life of drifters haunting a sailor bar in an ocean port. Huenún's speaker shifts, sometimes a captain, other times an observer of the captain, or a nondescript man who might have been a captain once, except no one cares in the bar of Port Trakl. In Port Trakl, everyone stares into the mysterious visions in their drinks, while the narrator muses on "the poems sweetly burning/ in the overflowing ashtrays" of his life.
Huenún's poems are reconstructed versions of Trakl, as if half remembered fragments, hybrids, or very loosely, drunkenly translated renditions. The drinkers in the bar hear the crash of waves, but also the cry of a blackbird, an animal that does not belong in this ecosystem. In the next poem, "pelicans covered the pier," and we are again located in the port, but before long our narrator is crossing a forest of firs in some hazily glimpsed mid-European land. Someone is drinking cognac and anise, while back in Port Trakl, clouds drift by. A man stands smoking on the wharf, and far away, snow falls on pines.
Why do this? Huenún's poems are a clear tribute to Trakl, dead almost a century, drawing a line back to an Old World forebear. Huenún, who writes here in Spanish, is a Mapuche Indian, an indigenous minority who has edited several volumes of Mapuche poetry. In Borzutzky's graceful introduction, Huenún comments on the perception that an indigenous poet "can only sing about the natural world, his ancestors, his gods and mythologies," preferably in his native tongue. Huenún rejects this notion, goes far from it in his revival of the dead Austrian. Yet this beautiful book is an oblique commentary on the ethnic, giving voice to abandoned, soulless, perhaps ruined people, waiting at the margins of a commerceful ocean. Borzutzky says, "one does not need to use the language of home to evoke the social and political realities of home." In Port Trakl, first world oppression of the third world, displacement of the indigenous, loss of culture, destruction of the environment, envy of the imperialist victor, float out of these poems like a shimmer of spilled oil or whiff of rot, barely there, but weighting our perception of these slight verses. It is a wonderful book, and Borzutzky and Action Books have done us a favor by bringing it into English.
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Angela Woodward's fiction has appeared recently in elimae, Diagram, Pebble Lake Review, Thirteenth Moon and elsewhere. Her book The Human Mind was published by Ravenna Press in 2007.


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Virginia Irene Gordon, 88, went to her eternal rest with Jesus Christ, her savior, Tuesday, April 2, 2019. She was born April 19, 1930, in Medway, the daughter of Everett and Beatrice (Stanley) McLaughlin.
Virginia was a member of the Living Hope Nazarene Church of East Millinocket, the DAV, and the Senior Citizens of Medway. She loved to quilt, knit, sew, reading, fishing and hunting. She was also known for her cooking.
She is survived by three daughters: Donna Gallagher and her husband Ralph, Sharon Goddard, Tammy Michaud and her husband James Sr. She will be missed by her remaining siblings, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by two husbands, George Rossignol and Beverly Gordon, siblings: Carl Stanley, Owen McLaughlin, Gloria Lanzara, Myrna Young, as well as two grandsons: James Michaud II, Ralph Gallagher Jr., and a son-in-law Michael Goddard.
A celebration of life will be held at the home of her sister, Sheila McLaughlin, 167 Turnpike Rd. Medway with friends invited to call from 10 AM until 8 PM, Friday, April 5, 2019. Funeral services will be conducted 1 PM Saturday at the Living Hope Nazarene Church with Pastor Allen Archer presiding. The family invites relatives and friends to a reception at the home of Sheila McLaughlin, immediately following the service. A committal service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements in care of Lamson Funeral Home 11 Tamarack St. Millinocket, ME 04462.
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The sorceress Oria has finally come into her own—able to wield the power of her birthright and secure in the marriage she once believed would bring her only misery. But the past she escaped still chases her, and the certainty of war promises to destroy everything she's fought to have.
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Covid: Shanghai reports first deaths in latest Coronavirus outbreak
Shanghai authorities have reported the first Covid-19 deaths during the latest outbreak in China's biggest and wealthiest city.
18th Apr 2022, 11:27am
All three who died were elderly, had underlying diseases such as diabetes and hypertension and had not been vaccinated against the coronavirus, Health Commission inspector Wu Ganyu told journalists.
"After entering hospital, their conditions grew worse and they died after attempts to save them were unsuccessful," Mr Wu said.
The deaths raise to 4,641 the number of people who China says have succumbed to the disease since the virus was first detected in the central city of Wuhan in late 2019.
A community volunteer (R) wearing personal protective equipment registers residents before testing for the Covid-19 coronavirus in a compound during a Covid-19 lockdown in Pudong district in Shanghai on April 17, 2022.
Most of Shanghai's 25 million residents are being confined to their homes for a third week as China continues to employ a "zero-tolerance" strategy to curb the outbreak, demanding isolation of anyone possibly infected.
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On Monday, officials said 23,362 people had tested positive for the virus over the previous 24 hours, most of them showing no symptoms and almost all of them in Shanghai.
The city has reported more than 300,000 cases since late March. Shanghai began easing restrictions last week although officials have warned the city does not have its outbreak under control.
Shanghai, which is home to China's biggest port and most important stock exchange, appeared unprepared for such a massive undertaking.
Residents ran short of food and daily necessities while enduring lockdown conditions, and tens of thousands of people put under medical observation have been sequestered in crowded facilities where lights are always on, rubbish bins overflow, food is inadequate and hot showers non-existent.
Anyone who tests positive but has few or no symptoms is required to spend one week in a quarantine facility.
Concerns have risen about the economic impact of the government's hardline policy.
China's economic growth edged up to 4.8% compared to a year earlier in the first three months of 2022 as lockdowns cut production in major industrial cities.
While the ruling Communist Party has urged more targeted prevention measures, local officials have routinely adopted stringent regulations, possibly for fear of being fired or penalised over outbreaks in their areas.
In the city of Wenzhou, which has seen only a handful of cases, authorities have authorised rewards of up to 50,000 yuan (£6,000) for information about people who falsify their health status, online news site The Paper reported.
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